Fishing Licence and the Law
A fishing license is mandatory by law.
Apply on line: www.fishing.dffe.gov.za
1) No fishing permit, sadly no boarding.
2) Fishing permit not valid on a phone. It must be clearly printed.
3) No fake names on a permit as the inspector may request your ID or passport.
4) You permit must state Fishing or if your are diving as well then both.
5) The Owner/Skipper is not responsible for your fine if your permit is not in order.
6) Your permit must be brought on board (DAFF law)
2) Fishing permit not valid on a phone. It must be clearly printed.
3) No fake names on a permit as the inspector may request your ID or passport.
4) You permit must state Fishing or if your are diving as well then both.
5) The Owner/Skipper is not responsible for your fine if your permit is not in order.
6) Your permit must be brought on board (DAFF law)
Please remember, the fish you catch is yours to take home and roadblocks are likely. So have your permit with you all the time.